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Jacob Fox House

Victoria, Victoria County

Marker Text

This home was constructed in the early 1890s for Jacob Fox (1841-1914), a native of Alsace who earlier had built a cottin gin and grist mill on this block. A Confederate veteran, Fox was known in Victoria as a successful businessman, farmer, miller, and community leader. His family home exhibits Eastlake style detailing and features a decorative balustrade, curved brackets, and a widow's walk on the roof. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1985

Marker Details

Address 708 W. Power
Location Description 708 W. Power, Victoria
Marker # 6548
Dedicated 1985
Size, Type Medallion and Plate
Code Alsatian immigrants/immigration; houses, residential buildings; Eastlake
Latitude, Longitude 28.803555, -97.011775

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